Lead Janitor

Please Note: This recruitment will be subject to a background check.

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
 

• Coordinates the activities of a janitorial crew.
   
• Participates in the interview and performance evaluation of staff.
   
• Observes the staff performance and may provide training on safety, product and equipment uses.
  
  
• Handles work requests for the County departments.
   
• Monitor building security and safety by performing such tasks as locking doors after operating hours and checking electrical appliance use to ensure that hazards are not created.
   
• Conducts major cleaning of assigned facilities.
   
• Service, clean, and supply restrooms.
   
• Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming them.
   
• Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment, in order to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
   
• Mix water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications.
   
• Strip, seal, finish, and polish floors.
   
• Notify managers concerning the need for repairs or additions to building operating systems.
   
• Clean windows, glass partitions, and mirrors, using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, and squeegees.
   
• Polishes metal work.
   
• Cleans and maintains furnishings by cleaning, dusting and polishing furniture, woodwork, metal work and cabinets.
   
• Empties and cleans waste receptacles.
   
• Cleans stairways, hallways, rest rooms, offices, lobbies, ceilings, walls, window shades, light fixtures, interior glass partitions and venetian blinds.
   
• Assists in moving and arranging furniture and equipment.
   
• Turns out lights and locks doors and windows.
   
• Checks and maintains operational condition of cleaning equipment.
   
• Operates scrubbers, buffers, waxers, and other equipment and machinery.
   
• Replaces light bulbs and tubes.
   
• Requisitions supplies as needed.
   
• Regulates building temperature.
   
• May operate County vehicles to deliver and pick up supplies, equipment and other items as assigned.

Experience:
Two (2) years of experience equivalent to that of a Janitor in Merced County.

License:
Possess a valid California driver's license at time of appointment and maintain.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
 

• Perform cleaning, waste removal and equipment & furniture moving in County offices.
   
• Communicate effectively with others in writing, in person and over the telephone.
   
• Analyze data, interpret directions, procedures and regulations, and develop appropriate responses.
   
• Perform job duties under stressful conditions.
   
• Respond appropriately to situations.
   
• Maintain confidential information in accordance with legal standards and/or County regulations.
   
• Lift and move with help objects weighing up to 75 pounds.
   
• Provide outstanding customer service.
   
• Frequent sitting or standing for extended periods.
   
• Occasional walking for extended periods over uneven terrain.
   
• Occasional climbing stairs or ladders.
   
• Driving, pushing/pulling and bending/squatting.
   
• Constant use of overall visual capabilities.
   
• Frequent use of color perception, hand/eye coordination, reading and/or close up work; occasional use of depth perception and peripheral vision.
   
• Normal dexterity with constant holding, frequent grasping, reaching, repetitive motion and occasional use of hand and shop tools and equipment.
   
• Constant hearing normal speech, hearing/talking on the telephone and in person.
   
• Occasional exposure to physical and chemical.
   
• Occasional overtime, weekend, and holiday assignments.
   
• Frequent exposure to outdoor conditions and indoor industrial conditions including heat/cold, dust, chemical residues, allergens, odors, and poor ventilation.
  
  
• Regular attendance is an essential function.
  
  

Knowledge of: 

• Janitorial supplies, equipment and methods.
   
• Proper use of materials and procedures used for cleaning purposes.
   
• Rules and regulations for safety and accident prevention.
   
• Methods of basic supervision.
   
• Safe work practices.
   
• Principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
  
  

Ability to: 

• Clean and care for assigned area and equipment.
   
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
   
• Supervise the work of other employees.
   
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationship with those contacted during the course of work.
   
• Read and write at the level required for successful job performance.
   
• Work on own initiative without close supervision.

Salary : $36,608 - $44,533